Dr. Laura Markham on sibling rivalry and positive parenting

Dr. Laura Markham

By Motherly December 24, 2020

Dr. Laura Markham

With families together stuck at home together during COVID-19, squabbling siblings are even more of an issue for most parents than ever before. In this episode, Liz speaks with clinical psychologist, positive parenting expert, and bestselling author Dr. Laura Markham on handling everything from fighting siblings to introducing a new child to your children.

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Positive parenting, Siblings

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